RS Gauge Works

We can convert your old gauges using modern electonics. Custom colored silk screen dial faces to create a period look, or a one-off custom apperance. See below for some jobs from our shop.

Before

After conversion

1948 Ford

This 1948 Ford hotrod needed a complete gauge overhaul. The original factory gauges were gone,
the customer had found this set of gauges at a swap meet. The car has modern electronics and needed a
new set of gauges. Using Autometer gauges, we custom fabricated the mounts so that the new gauges will
look like the factory originals. Cleaned dials faces and cases to match the car's interier, and the
new speedometer.

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Before

After conversion

Before

After conversion

1949 Willy's

The gauge cluster is a dominant feature located in the center of the Willy's
dash. This cluster needed to be silk-screened to match the interior. New, modern
gauges were also requested. Since modern gauges consist of a volt-meter rather than
an amp gauge, the lettering was changed to reflect the new configuration while maintaining
the original look.

The backs of the gauges are also marked to take the guesswork out of the wiring.

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Before

After conversion

Back

Front

1950 Ford

Modern gauges were fitted to this 1950 Ford cluster. The chrome was also treated
to a nice new bath.

When your gauges are fitted with modern electronics, we make sure that the back of
the gauges look just as good as the front. You may not be able to see the backs once
the gauges are installed, but you will know they look, and are fitted professionally.

Before

After conversion

1954 Chevrolet

Just because the gauges in your car have the unique look of the period in which it was
manufactured, don't assume that new, modern gauges cannot be adapted. The gauges from this
1954 Chevrolet have that nice period look. We have custom fabricated the mounts to give this
cluster the factory look, with new modern gauges.

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Before

After conversion

Before

After conversion

1956 Chrysler

This Chrysler had a nice set of gauges to start with. The customer
wanted custom color silk screen dial faces, custom built clock to match gauges.
Plus, a fresher look with rechromed bezels, and cleaner faceplates.
The new gauges now make this car
look just as good on the inside as it does outside.